Same Sex Couples Legally Wed In Seattle

Same Sex Couples Legally Wed In Seattle

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Paul Beppler (R) and his husband Terry Gilbert participate in a group first dance at 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The two were married today after 12 years together. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Paul Beppler (R) and his husband Terry Gilbert participate in a group first dance at 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The two were married today after 12 years together. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Larry Duncan and Randy Shepherd (far right) kiss at the end of a mass wedding for 25 couples at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Larry Duncan and Randy Shepherd (far right) kiss at the end of a mass wedding for 25 couples at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Nancy Monahan, right, a retired Coast Guard petty officer, takes a deep breath while receiving cheers from the crowd as she exits City Hall with her wife, Deb Needham, after their wedding on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Nancy Monahan, right, a retired Coast Guard petty officer, takes a deep breath while receiving cheers from the crowd as she exits City Hall with her wife, Deb Needham, after their wedding on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Washington Sen. Ed Murray (D) (R) announces his engagement to his partner Michael Shiosaki during 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state. Murray is heavily involved in pushing for LGBT civil rights legislation.

Washington Sen. Ed Murray (D) (R) announces his engagement to his partner Michael Shiosaki during 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state. Murray is heavily involved in pushing for LGBT civil rights legislation.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Newlyweds Cathi Korth and Kathryn Antonetti raise a glass during a ceremonial toast at 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. They have been together for 25 years, 11 months, and 13 days. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Newlyweds Cathi Korth and Kathryn Antonetti raise a glass during a ceremonial toast at 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. They have been together for 25 years, 11 months, and 13 days. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Brian Foster (L) celebrates on the dance floor with his husband Nathan Roberts during 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Foster and Roberts were married today after more than a year together. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Brian Foster (L) celebrates on the dance floor with his husband Nathan Roberts during 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Foster and Roberts were married today after more than a year together. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Couples exchange vows during a mass wedding for 25 same-sex partners at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Couples exchange vows during a mass wedding for 25 same-sex partners at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Couples celebrate the completion of a mass wedding for 25 same-sex partners at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Couples celebrate the completion of a mass wedding for 25 same-sex partners at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Diverse Harmony, a gay/straight alliance youth chorus, performs during a mass wedding for 25 same-sex couples at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Diverse Harmony, a gay/straight alliance youth chorus, performs during a mass wedding for 25 same-sex couples at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Couples exchange vows during a mass wedding for 25 same-sex partners at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Couples exchange vows during a mass wedding for 25 same-sex partners at Seattle First Baptist Church on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Steven Austin places a ring on the finger of Michael Pirkle during their wedding at City Hall on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The two have been together for 12 years. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Steven Austin places a ring on the finger of Michael Pirkle during their wedding at City Hall on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The two have been together for 12 years. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Marji Lynn, right, and Sue Hopkins embrace before heading to City Hall to get married on the morning of December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The two are poodle enthusiasts and are surrounded by the five poodles of a close friend. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Marji Lynn, right, and Sue Hopkins embrace before heading to City Hall to get married on the morning of December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The two are poodle enthusiasts and are surrounded by the five poodles of a close friend. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Same-Sex Couples Legally Wed in Seattle

David Ryder

Marji Lynn, left, and Sue Hopkins share a laugh after being surprised with champagne and a decorated minivan before they leave for City Hall to get married on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

Marji Lynn, left, and Sue Hopkins share a laugh after being surprised with champagne and a decorated minivan before they leave for City Hall to get married on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state.

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Paul Beppler and his husband Terry Gilbert participate in a group... Photo d'actualitéAdulte,Bestof,Centre d'intérêt,Danser,Droits civils,Hommes,Horizontal,Image,Mari,Minorité,Paramount Theater - Seattle,Politique,Questions sociales,Seattle,Thème,Topix,À profusion,État de Washington,États-UnisPhotographer David RyderCollection: Getty Images News 2012 Getty ImagesSEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 9: Paul Beppler (R) and his husband Terry Gilbert participate in a group first dance at 'A Wedding Reception for All,' which was attended by hundreds and held at the Paramount Theatre on December 9, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The two were married today after 12 years together. Today is the first day that same-sex couples can legally wed in Washington state. (Photo by David Ryder/Getty Images)